1984 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1996 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 12 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 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1996 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
