2005 Audi TT vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 16 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, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
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, 2005 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
