1985 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Because 1966 Fiat 2300 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 1966 Fiat 2300. 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, 1966 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1966 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
