1979 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 1978 Lada 1600. 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 (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
