1978 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 19 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, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Duna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
