2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Lancia Musa. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
