1983 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 20 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 390 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2060 mm |
