1990 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
