2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Saxo | CX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3100 mm |
