1972 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 685 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
