1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 404 kg more than 1973 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 Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
