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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 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. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 29 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 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 | 2500 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
