1975 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
