1987 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
