1979 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 17 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Indigo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |