1988 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
