1976 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 95 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 761 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
