1979 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 665 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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 (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
