1979 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 20 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
