1987 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 20 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Stilo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |