1984 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 488 kg more than 1967 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Anglia 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 1967 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1967 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
