1985 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 694 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | CX | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2110 mm |
