1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 48 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | CX | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |