1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 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 27 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 90 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Stilo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |