1974 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Consul |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |