1974 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 45 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 214 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
