1983 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Soul |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| 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 | 106 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
