1994 Citroen AX vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 188 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2020 mm |
