1985 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1971 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |
