1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Fleetwood | CX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2860 mm |
