1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 197 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1400 | Thema |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |