1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 37 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Thema | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
