1976 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
