1984 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX 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 92 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 514 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
