1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 16 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Dedra |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |