1974 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
