1987 Citroen CX vs. 1966 DKW F 102
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 DKW F 102. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1966 DKW F 102 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | CX | F 102 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
