1996 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Lancia Thema

To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 213 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Civic 1988 Lancia Thema
Make Honda Lancia
Model Civic Thema
Year Released 1996 1988
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.5 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1002 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 65 L


 

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