1988 Citroen AX vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 52 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
