1975 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
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 (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
