1979 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 21 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, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2000 Ford Puma | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Puma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |