1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 728 kg more than 1979 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1974 Citroen CX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | CX |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |