1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 726 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.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema. 2013 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Thema | Flex |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2994 mm |
