1974 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Thema |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
