1976 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1974 Peugeot 504 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 1974 Peugeot 504. 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 504 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
