1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | H1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
