1979 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 785 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
