1989 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1965 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
