1980 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | CX | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
