1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | CX | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |