1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai i20 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.
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1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | CX | i20 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2525 mm |