1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 890 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Giulia. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | CX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
