1979 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1986 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 599 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1986 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
