1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 28 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 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. 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, 2007 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
