1975 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Focus |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |