1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 113 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |