1988 Citroen CX vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
