1974 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |