1978 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |