1975 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 37 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 45 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
