1989 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 600 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 128 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
