1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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 Today 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Today |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
