1979 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 680 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 750 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
