2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 416 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Spark | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
