1979 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 240 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |