1974 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 14 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 (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
