1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
