1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 (178 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Thema | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
