1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 22 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 35 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.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
