1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 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, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
