1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno 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 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 695 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
