1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 530 kg more 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
