1988 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Campagnola 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 35 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 362 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Because 1980 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1980 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
