1974 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 11 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 71 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 817 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Fiat 126 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 1985 Fiat 126. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 126 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |
