1979 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Appia 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Appia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |