2006 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,999 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 819 kg more than 1973 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 (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
