1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 251 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Thema | Carens |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
