1986 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. Both 1986 Citroen CX and 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 54 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
