1974 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 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) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1984 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
