1988 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 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, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Palio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
