1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 31 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 449 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 206 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
