1974 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 134 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
