1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Thema | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
