2007 Audi S4 vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
