1989 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 1969 Fiat Dino 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 1969 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Dino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
