1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Thema | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
