1976 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 30 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 (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 9 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Stilo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |