2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Samara II | Thema |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
