1974 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 34 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
