1978 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 860 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
