1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | CX | FX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
