1979 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 2005 Lotus Elise. 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | CX | Elise |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |