1987 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | CX | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
