1981 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 75 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 (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Thema |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
