1974 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX 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 (161 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | RunX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
