1985 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 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, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Stilo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |