1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Chrysler Centura were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1976 Chrysler Centura 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 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | CX | Centura |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
