1974 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Partner is newer by 25 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Peugeot Partner. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1999 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | Partner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
