1984 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Thema | C4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
