2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 830 kg more than 1962 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S-MX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |
