2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Picasso | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
