1990 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX 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 70 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 555 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | CX | Cinquecento |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 32 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 123 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |