1984 Citroen CX vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 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 146 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 924 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 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 1962 Fiat 500. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
