1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Splash |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
