1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 34 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Thema | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1198 kg |
