1979 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | 130 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |