1988 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1998 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Marea |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |