1975 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 32 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
