1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 39 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Carens |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
