1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 31 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 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
