2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
