1983 Citroen LN vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1983 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen LN weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 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 LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LN | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
