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 (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) 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. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 100 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 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 (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2616 mm |