1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Palio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
