1974 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair 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 36 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 635 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Corsair |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |