1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 656 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Aygo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 998 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 | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |