1983 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1981 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
