1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 18 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lancia Thema | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Thema | TT |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |