1978 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | CX | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
