1974 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 30 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 (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
