1978 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 321 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra.
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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Micra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |