2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Tiburon | Thema |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
