1978 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
