1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 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 23 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 494 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Tempra |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |