2003 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Aceca | Thema |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 465 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |