1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 31 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
