1974 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, both 1974 Citroen CX and 1974 Fiat 131 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 407 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 131 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 1974 Fiat 131. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 131 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
