1976 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 28 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
