1975 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
