1976 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 86 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
