1980 Citroen CX vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1980 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Citroen CX.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
