1985 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 40 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 128 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2240 mm |
