1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 1996 Zagato Raptor is newer by 3 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Zagato Raptor.
Because 1996 Zagato Raptor 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, 1996 Zagato Raptor 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, 1996 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Lancia | Zagato |
| Model | Thema | Raptor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
