1976 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 444 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 1995 Toyota Starlet has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
