1985 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CX | 146 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
