1976 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX 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 24 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
