1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. Both 1988 Lancia Hit and 1994 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Hit | Thema |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
