1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 37 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CX | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
