1991 Ford Orion vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Orion | Thema |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
