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 |