2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
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 (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Aveo | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
