1983 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea.
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, 2011 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX. 2011 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | CX | Altea |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |