1984 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 509 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
