1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 60 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 Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
