1992 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 815 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
