1976 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 102 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1972 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | CX | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
