1979 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 27 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Forte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
