1980 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, both 1980 Citroen CX and 1980 Seat 127 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 Seat 127. 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen CX | 1980 Seat 127 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | CX | 127 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |