1974 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
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 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 356 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 2000GT. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |