1974 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 905 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | CX | P 601 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 24 L |