2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Kalos | Thema |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
