1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
