1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 366 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C 15 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
