1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. 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 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Thema | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.4 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 | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
