1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| 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 | 1101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
