1992 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 15 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 795 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | BX | Thesis |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |