1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 134 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |