1974 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | CX | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
