2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1981 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1981 Citroen CX.
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, 1981 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1981 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
