1979 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 347 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Avella |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |