1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1985 Lancia Thema is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Station Wagon | Thema |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
