1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 282 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen Visa (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Visa | Fronte |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |