1992 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 16 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), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 385 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
