1985 Citroen CX vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 700 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
