2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C8 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
