1975 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1978 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
