1988 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 12 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 270 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, 1988 Citroen AX (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
