1983 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
