2005 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 1984 Lancia Thema (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
