1978 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 32 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 46 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | i30 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
