1974 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 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 (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 Toyota 1000. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | 1000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2170 mm |