1996 Honda Today vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 3 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 158 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Today | Thema |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |