1974 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Citroen C6
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 35 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 525 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.
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, 2009 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
