1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |