1974 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
