1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | CX | Safari |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |