1989 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX 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 54 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 465 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
