1974 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Subaru DL
To start off, 1980 Subaru DL is newer by 6 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1980 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | DL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
