1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 300 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Thema (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Thema |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
