1975 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 15 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 146 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Mondial 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | CX | Mondial |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |