1980 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Palio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
