1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 139 kg more than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Chevelle | Thema |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |