1974 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
