1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1987 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | Thema |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
