1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 207 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Thema | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
