1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30.
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 (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Thema | i30 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
