2005 Kia Visto vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Kia Visto 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Visto | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Visto | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
