1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |