1976 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 615 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 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2909 mm |
