1976 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 326 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Venturi |
Model | CX | 400 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |