1978 Citroen CX vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
