1975 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX 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 48 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 531 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
