1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
