1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 173 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Thema | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
