2005 Citroen C2 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |
