1979 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 25 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, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 1007. 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2004 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
