1976 Citroen CX vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 59 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder 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 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | CX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
