2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | HR-V | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
