1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 300 kg more than 1996 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
