1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 1008 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xantia | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
