1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 87 kg more than 1988 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Thema | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |