1981 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. Both 1981 Citroen CX and 1988 Fiat Tipo are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX. 1988 Fiat Tipo has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Fiat Tipo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
