1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Yaris |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |