1960 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 237 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. 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, 1994 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Thema |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
