1975 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 34 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Croma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
