1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1974 Citroen CX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | CX |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |