1999 Honda Insight vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Thema weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 1985 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Insight | Thema |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
