1978 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 18 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
Model | CX | Nazca |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |