1975 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2499 mm |
