1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Thema | 200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
