1978 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 21 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX.
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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Lybra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |