2000 Honda Insight vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Insight | Thema |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
