1979 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2011 Tesla Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Citroen | Tesla |
| Model | CX | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2352 mm |
