1974 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
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 (161 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
