1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 256 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | CX | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |