1974 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Punto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
