1983 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | SP |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
