1979 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1999 Fiat Coupe is newer by 20 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, 1999 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
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 (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1999 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
