1979 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 745 kg more than 1975 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 (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
