1988 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
