1975 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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, 2007 Nissan Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Note |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
