1954 Buick 70 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 653 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | 70 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2670 mm |
