1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 13 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. Both 1986 Lancia Thema and 1999 Lancia Kappa are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema. 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thema | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
