1990 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | CX | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |