1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 5 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Camaro | CX |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |