1974 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |