1981 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Citroen CX. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 75 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
