1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Falcon |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |