1975 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 31 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 755 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2006 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 1975 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1975 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
