1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 654 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
