1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 34 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.

Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Citroen CX 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model CX FX
Year Released 1976 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2347 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 115 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5200 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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