1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 307.
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 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 307 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
