1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 7 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Thema | Focus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
