1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
