2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 29 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 686 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xsara | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2020 mm |
