1978 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 434 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Delta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |