2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 11 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1990 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 156 | CX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
