1975 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 449 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
