1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo 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, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo. 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 (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
