1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. 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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Thema | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Thema | Altea |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
