1975 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 132 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Altima |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| 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 | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
