1976 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 45 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
