1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
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, 1998 Fiat Bravo (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
