1974 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 70 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
