1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema.
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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 15 | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 15 | Thema |
Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |