1974 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 1979 Zastava 750 is newer by 5 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 732 kg more than 1979 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Zastava 750 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 1979 Zastava 750. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1979 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1979 Zastava 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Citroen | Zastava |
Model | CX | 750 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |