1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 2 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Thema | SVX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
