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 (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 68 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 | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
