1976 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
