1974 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, 1997 Proton 300 is newer by 23 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, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1997 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | CX | 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
