1990 Honda Integra vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Integra | Thema |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
