1974 Citroen CX vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1961 Volvo P 1800 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 1961 Volvo P 1800. 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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | CX | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |