1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 241 kg more than 2010 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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
