1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 375 cc (2 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 18 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Suzuki Fronte (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 2CV | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 30 L |
