1979 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Lybra is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
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 (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2004 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
