1980 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 210 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen CX | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Bravo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |