1975 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 25 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2000 Venturi Atlantique 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | CX | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
