1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
