1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 30 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |