1979 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. 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 24 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
