1976 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Prius |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
