1978 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, both 1978 Citroen CX and 1978 Mazda Cosmo were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 173 kg more than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda Cosmo 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 1978 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | CX | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |