1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1964 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 425 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Suzuki Fronte (33 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1964 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 33 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
