1985 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 749 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
