2001 Audi A2 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 15 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A2 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
