1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | CX | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |