1974 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo 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 Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 1999 Seat Toledo 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. 1999 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | CX | Toledo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |