1974 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 302 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
