1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Thema | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Thema | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2624 mm |