1974 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1975 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1975 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |
