1987 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
