1974 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1978 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |