1976 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. 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 32 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 406 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
