1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 16 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 420 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, 1979 Citroen GSA (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | GSA | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2060 mm |
