1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 36 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Thema | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
