1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 153 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Thema | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
