1974 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
