1974 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia 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 36 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Olympia 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 1968 Opel Olympia. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
