1974 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2000 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 26 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, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2000 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
