1976 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 37 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Insight |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
