1985 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (105 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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 (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
