1974 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1975 Ford Fairlane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |