1979 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, both 1979 Citroen CX and 1979 Talbot 1510 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 20 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510. 1979 Talbot 1510 has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Talbot 1510 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | CX | 1510 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |