1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 835 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Rocky | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |
