1978 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 23 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 12 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Palio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
