1979 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
