1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 24 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Thema | Accent |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
