2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Because 1971 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
