1975 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 118 kg more than 2001 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
