1976 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 931 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2040 mm |
