1978 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Croma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
