1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Vivio |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |