1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Thema | 100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
