1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 36 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Insight |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
