1988 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 24 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 54 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | Atos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
