1974 Citroen CX vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1955 Lancia Aurelia 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 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |