1979 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. Both 1979 Citroen CX and 1986 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Thema |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
