2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
