1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato.
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 Kia Cerato (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
