1978 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | 1500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |