1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema 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 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. 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 (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ZX | Thema |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
