1978 Citroen CX vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
