1987 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 108 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2005 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
