1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin A 90 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 1963 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 90 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
