1976 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
