1974 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 17 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
