1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 870 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 1975 Fiat 500. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Thema |
Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |