2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 986 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 FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | FR-V | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
