1976 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 30 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
