1989 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 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, 1989 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Fit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
