1974 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Because 1968 Fiat 2300 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 1968 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1968 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | 2300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |