1974 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1997 Venturi Atlantique is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Citroen | Venturi |
Model | CX | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |