1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 2 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 67 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 682 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Caterham 21 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 1995 Caterham 21. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 21 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
