1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2010 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2755 mm |
