1979 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 33 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), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2012 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | CX | FX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
