1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 18 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | CX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |