2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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, 2007 Citroen C4 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
