1981 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1981 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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, 1981 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | N III |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
