1979 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 12 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
