1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
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 (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Prius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
