1982 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Fiat Strada

To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 558 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Citroen CX 2006 Fiat Strada
Make Citroen Fiat
Model CX Strada
Year Released 1982 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1579 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 159 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.5 mm 67.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 175 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1783 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 58 L


 

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