1983 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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 (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Thema |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
