1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 122 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Fit |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |