1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Avensis |
| 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 | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
