1976 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Thema |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
