1974 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 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 600 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1965 Marcos 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 1965 Marcos 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | CX | 1800 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |