2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 568 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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
