1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 146 | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
