1978 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |