1976 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 591 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Corsair 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 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
