1985 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 1969 Fiat 500. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1850 mm |
