1974 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 363 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
