1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 20 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 109 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.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2013 Lotus Evora 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. 2013 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Thema | Evora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2575 mm |
