1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 175 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Stilo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |