1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 33 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
Because 2007 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 2007 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2007 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ascari |
| Model | CX | A10 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2636 mm |
