1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
