1976 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 21 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
