1975 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 37 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 271 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
