1979 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 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 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 548 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Punto |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |