1990 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 500 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
