1978 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Fiat 132
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132.
Because 1972 Fiat 132 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 1972 Fiat 132. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1972 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 132 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
