2001 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
