2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 930 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1978 Citroen CX | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 7 | CX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |