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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 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 | 1995 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
