1974 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 27 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
