1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
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 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
