1976 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 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.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
