1983 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Appia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |