1984 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 130 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
