1979 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |