1976 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 35 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | i40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
