1974 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Formula |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
