1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 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, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 309 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 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 Weight | 1520 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
