1979 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
