1976 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Punto |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
