1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Panda |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |