1975 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 1978 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 273 kg more than 1978 Renault 5.
Because 1978 Renault 5 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 1978 Renault 5. 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, 1978 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1978 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
