1985 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 130 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
