1979 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Because 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
Model | CX | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |