1974 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 (161 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
