2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1127 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C5 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
