1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | CX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
