1974 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 29 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, 1974 Citroen CX (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
