1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | CX | Exige |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |