1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 59 kg more than 2010 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
