1983 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 128 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
