1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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, 1974 Citroen CX (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Note |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 155 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 | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |