1974 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 39 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, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | CX | ILX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.8 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
