1984 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 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 79 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
