1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen ID 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen ID 19 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 96 kg more than 1956 Citroen ID 19. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ID 19 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
