1979 Citroen GSA 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 GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | GSA | Thema |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
