1976 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 170 kg more than 2011 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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
