1978 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 18 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, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
