1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 31 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | CX | Exige |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
