1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | CX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1265 kg |
