1985 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 526 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3710 mm |
