1978 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 406 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
