1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Thema | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
