1979 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 547 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
