1979 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
