1976 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1981 Lancia Trevi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 281 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
