1976 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 130 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
