1975 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
