1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 412 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | CX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
