1978 Citroen CX vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1955 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |