1988 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Regata 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 47 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Fiat Regata. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1986 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Regata |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
