2006 Citroen C2 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (178 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (119 Nm). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C2 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
