1983 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
