1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 24 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Carisma |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |