1976 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 76 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Because 1968 Fiat Dino 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 1968 Fiat Dino. 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1968 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Dino |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |
