1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 815 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Thema |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
