1976 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 1 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Because 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk 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 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. 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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Citroen | Studebaker |
| Model | CX | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2980 mm |
