1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 36 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CX | Brera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
