1979 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, both 1979 Citroen CX and 1979 Fiat 131 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 131 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 1979 Fiat 131. 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 (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | 131 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |