1977 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-05 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda CX-05 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-05 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen CX | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
