1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 810 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Humber Pullman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Humber | Lancia |
| Model | Pullman | Thema |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2670 mm |
