1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 31 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
