1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | CX | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |