1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | S-MX |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |