1976 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 89 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 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
