1981 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1981 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia 2000 would be higher. Both 1981 Citroen CX and 1971 Lancia 2000 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 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, 1971 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
