1976 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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 2013 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 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Prius |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
