1985 Citroen CX vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 262 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
