1974 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 263 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 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
