1974 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | CX | Fronte |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2060 mm |