2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 785 cc, 1968 Suzuki Fronte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | U4 B | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
