2006 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 762 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
