2008 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 942 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
