1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 29 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, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 434 kg more than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
