1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 448 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Corsa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 922 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |