1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 29 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 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
