1976 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Fiat 127
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 705 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1975 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 127 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
