1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
