1987 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 25 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
