1983 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1985 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Thema weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. 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, 1985 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Thema |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 785 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |