1984 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 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 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 785 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Fiat 126 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 1980 Fiat 126. 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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 126 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1850 mm |
