1976 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 555 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 1959 Fiat 600. 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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | 600 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2345 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |