1974 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 24 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1998 Mitsubishi SST has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | SST |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
