1975 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
