1956 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1985 Lancia Thema is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 43 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Thema |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
