1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 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 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
