1990 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 266 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
