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 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 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. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
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 | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
