1990 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (119 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 189 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1984 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Thema |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
