1981 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen CX | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Delta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |