1983 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 615 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Thema |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
