1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 38 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, 2012 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 259 kg more than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Citroen | Dacia |
| Model | CX | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 174 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
