1974 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
