1981 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX 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 6 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 818 kg more than 1981 Citroen CX.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen CX | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Jazz |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |