1976 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 6 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
