1996 Kia Avella vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Thema |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
