1978 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 31 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, 2009 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 149 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
