1975 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
