1975 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 31 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
