1974 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 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, both vehicles can yield 75 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 435 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
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 (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
