1974 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 253 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
