1986 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2489 mm |
