1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
