1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 16 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Argento Viva |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |