1988 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 708 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 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 1965 Fiat 500. 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 (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | 500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |