1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | CX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |