1979 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | CX | FX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2885 mm |
