1985 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | BX | Thesis |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |