1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 118 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Camaro | CX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |