1979 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Because 1968 Lotus Elan 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 1968 Lotus Elan. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | CX | Elan |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |