1976 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 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 2 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 82 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage 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 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |