1989 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Zeta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |