1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1975 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 425 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Citroen Dyane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Suzuki Fronte (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Dyane | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
