2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
