1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | CX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
