1979 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 27 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 39 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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, 2006 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 207 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
