1974 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Impreza |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2645 mm |