2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Osee | CX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
