1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Thema (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
