1976 Citroen CX vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. 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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
