1979 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 65 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 (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2005 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
