1974 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 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 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |