1974 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 25 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| 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 | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
