1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 255 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 130 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
