1979 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
