1976 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 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 55 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 1970 Fiat 850. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 850 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
