1974 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 18 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |