1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 106. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 106 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
