1978 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
