1984 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Fit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 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 | 1409 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
