1979 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
