1967 Audi Variant vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 260 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Variant | Thema |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
