2009 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
