1987 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Because 1972 Fiat Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Dino |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
