1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1989 Lancia Thema

To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 493 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Citroen Visa 1989 Lancia Thema
Make Citroen Lancia
Model Visa Thema
Year Released 1987 1989
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline 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 722 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 65 L


 

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