1976 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 22 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | CX | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
