1976 Citroen CX vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
