1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 988 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Cuore | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2020 mm |
