1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 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 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 272 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
