1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (161 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
