1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Renault Clio

To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 215 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1978 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Citroen CX 2007 Renault Clio
Make Citroen Renault
Model CX Clio
Year Released 1978 2007
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1905 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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