1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 85 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
