1985 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2001 Fiat Brava is newer by 16 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Fiat Brava.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2001 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Brava |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
