1975 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | CX | Elise |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
