1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (168 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 568 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
