1974 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 745 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
