1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1995 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Ulysse (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 120 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.
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, 1995 Fiat Ulysse (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
