1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Lancia Gamma were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Gamma |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 91.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |