1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
