2003 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. 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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Thema |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
