1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Thema | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
