1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thema | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
