1974 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 24 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |