1985 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Croma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
