1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
