1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | CX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
