1984 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 449 kg more than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1972 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
