1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 233 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thema | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
