1988 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
