1975 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Appia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
