1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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. Both 1974 Citroen CX and 2012 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 216 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |