2000 Audi TT vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Thema |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
