1981 Lada 1200 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada 1200 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 1981 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada 1200 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | 1200 | Thema |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |