1979 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 31 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa. 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Musa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |