1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 14 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Thema | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2425 mm |
