1975 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 756 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |
