1975 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | CX | Elf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
