1988 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 58 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
