1987 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
| Model | CX | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
