1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 36 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 2600 | CX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
