1974 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
