1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 465 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | CX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
