1983 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
