1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 259 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | CX | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
