1981 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 1981 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life 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 76 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 735 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Life |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
