1974 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Subaru 360
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Subaru 360 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 75 more horse power than 1967 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1967 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Subaru 360 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 1967 Subaru 360. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1967 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | 360 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |