1989 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Thema |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
